Chase turned 1 today. I couldn't help but feel a little sad that a whole year has passed and I am one year closer to losing him. 17 more years and he will be out of the house...but at the same time, I am looking forward to him getting older. It will be nice to have him talking then I will have someone to converse with during the day!
We took him to the lame aquarium here yesterday. Today I gave him a present every few hours and made him a yellow cake with chocolate frosting. He loved it! I was worried he wouldn't even touch the cake just like most other food but he was eating it right up. He has his 1 year appt. Dec. 9th. I will share his stats when I find them out. I still haven't made the switch over to whole milk. I don't know what I will do, his whole diet is basically still formula with some juice and fruit each day.
Here are some things he is doing at 12 months:
-He loves standing up at the fridge and licking it for some reason. My fridge constantly has little handprints and drool on it.
-He is starting to point. When we went to the aquarium he was pointing at some of the fish
-He is standing up on his own for longer periods of time and will even take a step or 2 before falling down...walking will happen before I know it!
-I am almost positive he knows the word dog (well it comes out as da. But he says it whenever Bentley comes around and then pets him or grabs his tale after he says it. But then that would mean his first word wasn't mom...)
-He imitates the squeaking noises on the baby einstein movies...it makes me laugh!
-Whenever I turn the bath water on he starts screaming in excitment and crawls to the bathroom so fast no matter what else he was doing.
-He imitates me when I put my hands in the air and say yay.
-He loves opening up his cd player and taking the cd out then putting it back in.
-He is able to climb down off our couch without hurting himself
-He has a major obsession with my spice cabinet. He will sit in front of it and stay busy for quite some time just taking out all my spices.
Happy Birthday Chase. Mommy and daddy love you sooooo very much. You fill our lives with joy and fun and lots of laughs!
Pictures to come of our festivities.
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Our Thanksgiving
I highly enjoy Thanksgiving but I have to admit, I'm glad it's over! It is not an easy meal to cook! Christmas dinner is much easier to prepare. Here's what I did over Thanksgiving break:
On Tuesday I went to pick up my brother Tyler from BYU. We went out to Olive Garden (because like I was going to really cook dinner at all this week before Thanksgiving, I don't think so!) then went home while Ty watched the baby for me so I could clean. I cleaned until about 10:30 that night! And now my house is messy again!
Wednesday we went to run a few more Thanksgiving errands because like always, I realized I forgot to pick up a few things the first 3 times I went Thanksgiving shopping. Ty, Chase and I enjoyed Huckleberry slushies from Smith's Market Place then headed up to Nordstrom Rack to check out the discount items. No luck for me but I did find some pants and a shirt on clearance for Chase his next size up. That night for dinner we went to pick up a Little Caesar's pizza but so was everyone else! There was a 20 minute wait. So instead, we went next door to try a burrito from Barbacoa (a Mexican place just like Chipotle) It was delish! I liked it better than Chipotle.
Thursday I woke up early like I do everyday and fed Chase. Then I woke up my brother to help me with the turkey. All the food was incredible and it was fun to enjoy the day with friends, including Josh and Raelene. After we ate we played some Rock Band. That night Tyler and I went to see Twilight. I liked it...yes some of the acting wasn't that great and I was very disappointed that they basically got rid of the whole love story. But I was impressed they were able to make Robert Pattinson look somewhat handsome. Because in real life he just ain't that pretty. And he's kind of an idiot...at least he was when Ellen was interviewing him the other day.
Friday Tyler and I did a little shopping...we hit up Best Buy, Target, Ross, Toys r Us and TJ Maxx. All I ended up buying was a sweatshirt and some foam letters from Ross. I went to Toys r Us for a little slide that was only $25 but of course by the time I got there, it was gone. That place was crazy. Then I read the reviews of the slide and people hated it so it turned out to be a good thing. Friday night Ty babysat while Jason and I went to see Four Christmases. It was pretty funny. I adore Reese Witherspoon, she is probably my favorite actress.
Saturday we put up our tree and a few other Christmas decorations. We took Chase to the aquarium for his birthday since he loves fish. He enjoyed it. He kept trying to touch the fish through the glass. Then we went to Target and Walmart in search of some stockings that aren't completely ugly but we couldn't find any.
And that is a very detailed description of my weekend. I hope you had a fabulous Thanksgiving as well.
And of course, a list of what I am thankful for:
-My family
-My health, as well as the health of my family
-My house and car
-My friends
-Food
-My dog
-Chocolate
-music
-my tv shows
-sleep
-showers
On Tuesday I went to pick up my brother Tyler from BYU. We went out to Olive Garden (because like I was going to really cook dinner at all this week before Thanksgiving, I don't think so!) then went home while Ty watched the baby for me so I could clean. I cleaned until about 10:30 that night! And now my house is messy again!
Wednesday we went to run a few more Thanksgiving errands because like always, I realized I forgot to pick up a few things the first 3 times I went Thanksgiving shopping. Ty, Chase and I enjoyed Huckleberry slushies from Smith's Market Place then headed up to Nordstrom Rack to check out the discount items. No luck for me but I did find some pants and a shirt on clearance for Chase his next size up. That night for dinner we went to pick up a Little Caesar's pizza but so was everyone else! There was a 20 minute wait. So instead, we went next door to try a burrito from Barbacoa (a Mexican place just like Chipotle) It was delish! I liked it better than Chipotle.
Thursday I woke up early like I do everyday and fed Chase. Then I woke up my brother to help me with the turkey. All the food was incredible and it was fun to enjoy the day with friends, including Josh and Raelene. After we ate we played some Rock Band. That night Tyler and I went to see Twilight. I liked it...yes some of the acting wasn't that great and I was very disappointed that they basically got rid of the whole love story. But I was impressed they were able to make Robert Pattinson look somewhat handsome. Because in real life he just ain't that pretty. And he's kind of an idiot...at least he was when Ellen was interviewing him the other day.
Friday Tyler and I did a little shopping...we hit up Best Buy, Target, Ross, Toys r Us and TJ Maxx. All I ended up buying was a sweatshirt and some foam letters from Ross. I went to Toys r Us for a little slide that was only $25 but of course by the time I got there, it was gone. That place was crazy. Then I read the reviews of the slide and people hated it so it turned out to be a good thing. Friday night Ty babysat while Jason and I went to see Four Christmases. It was pretty funny. I adore Reese Witherspoon, she is probably my favorite actress.
Saturday we put up our tree and a few other Christmas decorations. We took Chase to the aquarium for his birthday since he loves fish. He enjoyed it. He kept trying to touch the fish through the glass. Then we went to Target and Walmart in search of some stockings that aren't completely ugly but we couldn't find any.
And that is a very detailed description of my weekend. I hope you had a fabulous Thanksgiving as well.
And of course, a list of what I am thankful for:
-My family
-My health, as well as the health of my family
-My house and car
-My friends
-Food
-My dog
-Chocolate
-music
-my tv shows
-sleep
-showers
Monday, November 24, 2008
A Baby for (less than) One More Week!
Chase is going to be 1 this Sunday! I can't help but feel relieved! I made it through the first year, a very challenging, emotional, and tumultuous year. But also a wonderful and very happy year. He was definitely not an easy baby and (I hope) he has taught me patience. Sometimes I still don't feel very patient with him. But I love him to death and he makes me laugh often. He is a sweet boy and I know when he is throwing a fit or screaming, there is a reason for it, as annoying as it is!
We finally took family pictures on Saturday. I am so glad to have that over with. I accomplished something that's been on my list for the past 6 months! I will post some when I have a little more time.
I still have quite a bit of cleaning to do and I just put Chase down for a quick 30 minute nap because he was VERY fussy. So I must go clean, I just wanted to post real quick about my last week with my baby before he's a toddler. I need to make it a good week and enjoy him as much as possible!
We finally took family pictures on Saturday. I am so glad to have that over with. I accomplished something that's been on my list for the past 6 months! I will post some when I have a little more time.
I still have quite a bit of cleaning to do and I just put Chase down for a quick 30 minute nap because he was VERY fussy. So I must go clean, I just wanted to post real quick about my last week with my baby before he's a toddler. I need to make it a good week and enjoy him as much as possible!
Friday, November 21, 2008
Messy House
If I don't post for awhile, it's become my messy messy house is making me crazy and I am spending any free time I have cleaning it. I realize we have too much junk and no organization. I will not sleep until every piece of junk is gone and every square inch of this house has been cleaned!
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Your AntiCancer Diet
I just saw this article on AOL about this guy who had cancer and swears his diet helped to cure it. Who knows, maybe it really did. Besides I'm pretty sure all those processed foods we eat are somewhat responsible for this disease. I want to remember these foods I should have in my diet because I have always been deathly afraid of getting the C (i hate even saying the word. i feel like if i even say it or think it, i'm going to get it). Anyway, I thought of no better place of saving this list of foods than my blog so you guys can all have this knowledge too. I am copying and pasting directly from the article:
Anticancer Diet
I've learned that the anticancer diet is the exact opposite of the typical American meal: mostly colorful vegetables and legumes, plus unsaturated fats (olive, canola, or flaxseed oils), garlic, herbs, and spices. Meat and eggs are optional. Through extensive research, I devised a list of the most promising cancer fighters, along with recommendations on how to make the most of their potential. Include at least one, and preferably two, at every meal, to maximize your protection.
Best Seasonings
-Turmeric
Found in curry powder, this spice is the most powerful natural anti-inflammatory available today. It encourages cancer cell death, inhibits tumor growth, and even enhances the effectiveness of chemotherapy. Some research shows that turmeric is most effective in humans when it's mixed with black pepper and dissolved in oil (olive or canola, preferably). In store-bought curry mixes, turmeric represents only 20% of the total, so it's better to obtain ground turmeric directly from a spice shop.
How to Use It: Mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder with a teaspoon of olive oil and a generous pinch of ground black pepper and add to vegetables, soups, and salad dressings. Use a tablespoon if you already have cancer. If it tastes too bitter for you, add a few drops of honey or agave nectar.
-GingerFresh ginger, or ginger root, is a powerful anti-inflammatory that combats certain cancer cells and helps slow tumor growth. A ginger infusion can also alleviate nausea from chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
How to Use It: Add grated fresh ginger to a vegetable stir-fry or fruit salad. Or, make an infusion by slicing a 1-inch piece of ginger and steeping it in boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes; drink hot or cold.
Best Drinks for Bettering Your Body
-Green Tea
Green tea is rich in compounds called polyphenols, including catechins (and particularly EGCG), which reduce the growth of new blood vessels that feed tumors. It's also a powerful antioxidant and detoxifier (activating enzymes in the liver that eliminate toxins from the body), and it encourages cancer cell death. In the laboratory, it has even been shown to increase the effect of radiation on cancer cells.
How to Drink It: Sip 2 to 3 cups a day within an hour of brewing. Green tea must be steeped for at least 5 to 8 minutes -- ideally 10 -- to release its catechins, but it loses its beneficial polyphenols after an hour or two.
-Pomegranate Juice
This juice, which tastes like raspberries, has been used in Persian medicine for thousands of years. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties are well confirmed; studies show it can substantially reduce the development of even the most aggressive prostate cancers (among others). In addition, drinking it daily slows the spread of an established prostate cancer by more than 50%.
How to Drink It: Have 8 ounces daily with breakfast.
Vital Veggies
-Brussels Sprouts, Bok Choy, Chinese cabbage, Broccoli, and Cauliflower
Brussels sprouts, bok choy, Chinese cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower all contain sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinols (I3Cs), two potent anticancer molecules. These molecules help the body detoxify certain carcinogenic substances and can help prevent precancerous cells from developing into malignant tumors. They also promote the suicide of cancer cells and block tumor growth.
How to Prepare Them: Cover and steam briefly or stir-fry rapidly with a little olive oil. Avoid boiling cabbage and broccoli, which destroys their cancer-fighting compounds
-Garlic, Onions, Leeks, Shallots, Chives
The sulfur compounds found in this group (the alliaceous family) promote the death of colon, breast, lung, and prostate cancer cells. Epidemiological studies also suggest a lower risk of kidney and prostate cancer in people who consume the most garlic.
How to Eat Them: The active compounds in garlic are released when you crush the clove, and they're much more easily absorbed if they're combined with a small amount of oil. Sauté chopped garlic and onions in a little olive oil, mix with steamed or stir-fried vegetables, and toss with black pepper and turmeric. They can also be consumed raw, mixed in salads, or layered on sandwiches.
Proteins for a Better Prognosis
-Soy Products
Compounds called isoflavones (including genistein, daidzein, and glycitein) prevent tumor growth and block the stimulation of cancer cells by sex hormones (such as estrogens and testosterone). There are significantly fewer breast cancer cases among Asian women who have eaten soy since adolescence, and when they do have breast cancer, their tumors are usually less aggressive with higher survival rates. Isoflavone supplements (in pill form) have been associated with an aggravation of certain breast cancers, but whole soy, eaten as food, has not.
How to Eat It: Replace conventional milk products with soy milk or soy yogurts for breakfast. Also, use tofu, tempeh, and miso in soups and stir-fries.
-Fatty Fish
The risk of several cancers is significantly lower in people who eat fish at least twice a week. Several studies discovered that the anti-inflammatory long-chain omega-3s found in fatty fish (or in high-quality purified fish-oil supplements) can help slow cancer cell growth in a large number of tumors (lung, breast, colon, prostate, kidney, etc.).
How to Eat It: Have a seafood-based meal two or three times a week. Choose small fish, such as anchovies, small mackerel, and sardines (including canned sardines, provided they are preserved in olive oil and not in sunflower oil, which is too rich in pro-inflammatory omega-6 fats). Small fish contain fewer environmental toxins such as PCBs and mercury. Wild salmon is also a good source of omega-3 fats, and the level of contamination is still acceptable. Choose fresh over frozen whenever possible, because omega-3 content degrades over time.
Disease-Fighting Fruits
-Oranges, Tangerines, Lemons, and Grapefruit
Oranges, tangerines, lemons, and grapefruit contain anti-inflammatory compounds called flavonoids that stimulate the detoxification of carcinogens by the liver. Certain flavonoids in the skin of tangerines -- tangeritin and nobiletin -- can also help promote the death of brain cancer cells.
How to Eat It: Sprinkle grated citrus zest (from organic fruits) into salad dressings or breakfast cereals, or steep in tea or hot water. Eat whole fruits out of hand, toss with other fruits in a salad, or use in a salsa to season grilled fish.
-Berries
Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and cranberries contain ellagic acid and a large number of polyphenols, which inhibit tumor growth. Two polyphenols found in berries, anthocyanidins and proanthocyanidins, promote cancer cell death.
How to Eat Them: At breakfast, mix fruit with soy milk and multigrain cereals. (The best cereal options combine oats, bran, flaxseed, rye, barley, spelt, and so on.) Frozen berries are just as potent as fresh.
Cure It with Dessert
-Chocolate
Chocolates containing over 70% cocoa provide a number of antioxidants, proanthocyanidins, and many polyphenols. In fact, a square of dark chocolate contains twice as many as a glass of red wine and almost as many as a cup of green tea properly steeped. These molecules slow the growth of cancer cells and limit the blood vessels that feed them.
How to Eat It: Enjoy about one-fifth of a dark chocolate bar a day guilt free. Milk chocolate isn't a good alternative because dairy cancels out the cancer protection of the polyphenol compounds.
To date, there is no alternative approach that can cure cancer, and I believe that the best of conventional medicine--surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and soon, molecular genetics--must be used to treat this disease. But to neglect your own natural cancer-fighting capacity is folly. I've kept cancer at bay for 8 years now, and I attribute my survival largely to the changes I've made in my diet and lifestyle. I exercise and meditate more and eat wholesome anticancer foods on a daily basis. Still, the medical establishment is slow to embrace this approach. After my last screening at the university's cancer center, I stopped at the cafeteria and discovered eight different types of tea: Darjeeling, Earl Grey, chamomile, and several fruit-flavored herbal teas. Sadly, there was not a single packet of green tea in the lot.
Anticancer Diet
I've learned that the anticancer diet is the exact opposite of the typical American meal: mostly colorful vegetables and legumes, plus unsaturated fats (olive, canola, or flaxseed oils), garlic, herbs, and spices. Meat and eggs are optional. Through extensive research, I devised a list of the most promising cancer fighters, along with recommendations on how to make the most of their potential. Include at least one, and preferably two, at every meal, to maximize your protection.
Best Seasonings
-Turmeric
Found in curry powder, this spice is the most powerful natural anti-inflammatory available today. It encourages cancer cell death, inhibits tumor growth, and even enhances the effectiveness of chemotherapy. Some research shows that turmeric is most effective in humans when it's mixed with black pepper and dissolved in oil (olive or canola, preferably). In store-bought curry mixes, turmeric represents only 20% of the total, so it's better to obtain ground turmeric directly from a spice shop.
How to Use It: Mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder with a teaspoon of olive oil and a generous pinch of ground black pepper and add to vegetables, soups, and salad dressings. Use a tablespoon if you already have cancer. If it tastes too bitter for you, add a few drops of honey or agave nectar.
-GingerFresh ginger, or ginger root, is a powerful anti-inflammatory that combats certain cancer cells and helps slow tumor growth. A ginger infusion can also alleviate nausea from chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
How to Use It: Add grated fresh ginger to a vegetable stir-fry or fruit salad. Or, make an infusion by slicing a 1-inch piece of ginger and steeping it in boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes; drink hot or cold.
Best Drinks for Bettering Your Body
-Green Tea
Green tea is rich in compounds called polyphenols, including catechins (and particularly EGCG), which reduce the growth of new blood vessels that feed tumors. It's also a powerful antioxidant and detoxifier (activating enzymes in the liver that eliminate toxins from the body), and it encourages cancer cell death. In the laboratory, it has even been shown to increase the effect of radiation on cancer cells.
How to Drink It: Sip 2 to 3 cups a day within an hour of brewing. Green tea must be steeped for at least 5 to 8 minutes -- ideally 10 -- to release its catechins, but it loses its beneficial polyphenols after an hour or two.
-Pomegranate Juice
This juice, which tastes like raspberries, has been used in Persian medicine for thousands of years. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties are well confirmed; studies show it can substantially reduce the development of even the most aggressive prostate cancers (among others). In addition, drinking it daily slows the spread of an established prostate cancer by more than 50%.
How to Drink It: Have 8 ounces daily with breakfast.
Vital Veggies
-Brussels Sprouts, Bok Choy, Chinese cabbage, Broccoli, and Cauliflower
Brussels sprouts, bok choy, Chinese cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower all contain sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinols (I3Cs), two potent anticancer molecules. These molecules help the body detoxify certain carcinogenic substances and can help prevent precancerous cells from developing into malignant tumors. They also promote the suicide of cancer cells and block tumor growth.
How to Prepare Them: Cover and steam briefly or stir-fry rapidly with a little olive oil. Avoid boiling cabbage and broccoli, which destroys their cancer-fighting compounds
-Garlic, Onions, Leeks, Shallots, Chives
The sulfur compounds found in this group (the alliaceous family) promote the death of colon, breast, lung, and prostate cancer cells. Epidemiological studies also suggest a lower risk of kidney and prostate cancer in people who consume the most garlic.
How to Eat Them: The active compounds in garlic are released when you crush the clove, and they're much more easily absorbed if they're combined with a small amount of oil. Sauté chopped garlic and onions in a little olive oil, mix with steamed or stir-fried vegetables, and toss with black pepper and turmeric. They can also be consumed raw, mixed in salads, or layered on sandwiches.
Proteins for a Better Prognosis
-Soy Products
Compounds called isoflavones (including genistein, daidzein, and glycitein) prevent tumor growth and block the stimulation of cancer cells by sex hormones (such as estrogens and testosterone). There are significantly fewer breast cancer cases among Asian women who have eaten soy since adolescence, and when they do have breast cancer, their tumors are usually less aggressive with higher survival rates. Isoflavone supplements (in pill form) have been associated with an aggravation of certain breast cancers, but whole soy, eaten as food, has not.
How to Eat It: Replace conventional milk products with soy milk or soy yogurts for breakfast. Also, use tofu, tempeh, and miso in soups and stir-fries.
-Fatty Fish
The risk of several cancers is significantly lower in people who eat fish at least twice a week. Several studies discovered that the anti-inflammatory long-chain omega-3s found in fatty fish (or in high-quality purified fish-oil supplements) can help slow cancer cell growth in a large number of tumors (lung, breast, colon, prostate, kidney, etc.).
How to Eat It: Have a seafood-based meal two or three times a week. Choose small fish, such as anchovies, small mackerel, and sardines (including canned sardines, provided they are preserved in olive oil and not in sunflower oil, which is too rich in pro-inflammatory omega-6 fats). Small fish contain fewer environmental toxins such as PCBs and mercury. Wild salmon is also a good source of omega-3 fats, and the level of contamination is still acceptable. Choose fresh over frozen whenever possible, because omega-3 content degrades over time.
Disease-Fighting Fruits
-Oranges, Tangerines, Lemons, and Grapefruit
Oranges, tangerines, lemons, and grapefruit contain anti-inflammatory compounds called flavonoids that stimulate the detoxification of carcinogens by the liver. Certain flavonoids in the skin of tangerines -- tangeritin and nobiletin -- can also help promote the death of brain cancer cells.
How to Eat It: Sprinkle grated citrus zest (from organic fruits) into salad dressings or breakfast cereals, or steep in tea or hot water. Eat whole fruits out of hand, toss with other fruits in a salad, or use in a salsa to season grilled fish.
-Berries
Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and cranberries contain ellagic acid and a large number of polyphenols, which inhibit tumor growth. Two polyphenols found in berries, anthocyanidins and proanthocyanidins, promote cancer cell death.
How to Eat Them: At breakfast, mix fruit with soy milk and multigrain cereals. (The best cereal options combine oats, bran, flaxseed, rye, barley, spelt, and so on.) Frozen berries are just as potent as fresh.
Cure It with Dessert
-Chocolate
Chocolates containing over 70% cocoa provide a number of antioxidants, proanthocyanidins, and many polyphenols. In fact, a square of dark chocolate contains twice as many as a glass of red wine and almost as many as a cup of green tea properly steeped. These molecules slow the growth of cancer cells and limit the blood vessels that feed them.
How to Eat It: Enjoy about one-fifth of a dark chocolate bar a day guilt free. Milk chocolate isn't a good alternative because dairy cancels out the cancer protection of the polyphenol compounds.
To date, there is no alternative approach that can cure cancer, and I believe that the best of conventional medicine--surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and soon, molecular genetics--must be used to treat this disease. But to neglect your own natural cancer-fighting capacity is folly. I've kept cancer at bay for 8 years now, and I attribute my survival largely to the changes I've made in my diet and lifestyle. I exercise and meditate more and eat wholesome anticancer foods on a daily basis. Still, the medical establishment is slow to embrace this approach. After my last screening at the university's cancer center, I stopped at the cafeteria and discovered eight different types of tea: Darjeeling, Earl Grey, chamomile, and several fruit-flavored herbal teas. Sadly, there was not a single packet of green tea in the lot.
Friday, November 14, 2008
Celebrating 30 years of Life
I guess I wouldn't be a very good wife if I didn't acknowledge Jason's birthday (which was Nov. 13 so I'm already a day late) and list the reasons why I love him to death. I won't tell you how old he is (he's 30) but I will give 30 reasons why I love my man. I'm not going to do all of them tonight because I'm exhausted and have a Grey's Anatomy to catch up on since Jason isn't home tonight but I'm getting the list started. Here we go:
1. I love that he watches My Friends Tigger and Pooh and Handy Manny with Chase and sings along with all the songs. It's pretty sexy.
2. I love his smile. Not his picture smile. His real smile. It's a big turn on for me.
3. I love his weird sense of humor. Not many people get it or may not find it funny but I do. Sometimes it makes me roll my eyes too. Other times, it makes me wonder, "What the h....."
4. He drives me absolutely nuts when he throws his clothes right by the hamper rather than in them and doesn't EVER rinse a single dish so the food gets nice and stuck to it but I still love him, messy habits and all (even though sometimes it makes my blood pressure rise) and I love that he always has some lame excuse for never doing the above.
5. I love that he is such a hard worker and so determined. One day we are going to be filthy rich because of it. (ok I really don't know if we will be filthy rich and I don't say it to brag. I just hope...it would be so nice not to worry about finances)
6. I love that if I really want him to, he will come to my Dr's appts with me because I get nervous (why I get nervous about the eye dr. I don't know. I just do.)
7. I love that he lets me take long naps on Sundays and takes charge of our little monster boy
8. I love that he can imitate voices soo dang well. It makes me laugh. (He can pretty much imitate any voice you want him to)
9. I love how he is such a handyman around the house. Although he hasn't really used any of his handyman skills lately...
10. I love what a big heart he has. He always is willing to help those in need.
To be continued...
1. I love that he watches My Friends Tigger and Pooh and Handy Manny with Chase and sings along with all the songs. It's pretty sexy.
2. I love his smile. Not his picture smile. His real smile. It's a big turn on for me.
3. I love his weird sense of humor. Not many people get it or may not find it funny but I do. Sometimes it makes me roll my eyes too. Other times, it makes me wonder, "What the h....."
4. He drives me absolutely nuts when he throws his clothes right by the hamper rather than in them and doesn't EVER rinse a single dish so the food gets nice and stuck to it but I still love him, messy habits and all (even though sometimes it makes my blood pressure rise) and I love that he always has some lame excuse for never doing the above.
5. I love that he is such a hard worker and so determined. One day we are going to be filthy rich because of it. (ok I really don't know if we will be filthy rich and I don't say it to brag. I just hope...it would be so nice not to worry about finances)
6. I love that if I really want him to, he will come to my Dr's appts with me because I get nervous (why I get nervous about the eye dr. I don't know. I just do.)
7. I love that he lets me take long naps on Sundays and takes charge of our little monster boy
8. I love that he can imitate voices soo dang well. It makes me laugh. (He can pretty much imitate any voice you want him to)
9. I love how he is such a handyman around the house. Although he hasn't really used any of his handyman skills lately...
10. I love what a big heart he has. He always is willing to help those in need.
To be continued...
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
One of Those Days
Today is a day where I feel like I completely failed and I just want to cry and cry till I have no more tears (but I won't because it's not the end of the world). Failed everything...I didn't work out, once again, dinner came out so nasty I had to throw it away ( I got the recipe from a set of recipe cards jason bought me called "The 100 Best Recipes Ever"...yeah don't think I will be using any of those recipes EVER again) so I am completely irritated that all the ingredients got wasted, the only cleaning I got done was mopping the floor, I hardly spent any time on the floor playing with Chase today, I didn't work on Chase's baby book again, I didn't send pictures to Jason's mom and she's been asking me for over a month, I didn't make the doctor appointments I need to make,I didn't call my grandparents, Meghan, Misty, Shelby, and Ruth, people who mean so much to me and that I've owed phone calls to for months (ok now I'm crying a little)...this list could go on forever. My bones are so achy. And all I wish for in the world right now is a day off. So I can get my hair done, go to the spa,make my phone calls and not worry and be stressed out by a teething, very grumpy baby and the chores at home. But there are no days off for me.
Thankfully tomorrow is another day...hopefully a better one.
Thankfully tomorrow is another day...hopefully a better one.
Teething = Me Miserable
I've been at home the past week with a miserable teething child which makes me miserable! Chase's two back bottom molars are coming in. And taking forever...his gums have been swollen for the past week with still no sign of the actual teeth. He's very grumpy and throws a lot of fits during the day. He won't take naps, and if he does, they last about 30 minutes. He starts screaming the minute I walk into his room because he thinks it means nap time even if I'm going in there to change a diaper. He won't go to bed either. He just screams and screams in his crib. So I really have had no nap breaks the past week either, which is driving me insane. Those breaks are priceless to me! When will his stupid molars break through? Give me hope!
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Of Course, There is Always Joy In Sad Times
I couldn't leave such a depressing post on my blog without looking at the bright side of things, such as:
-The snow covered up the ugly circle of dead grass where our useless inflatable pool once stood.
-Obama may just turn out to be a fantastic president! So I will give him a chance and see how the next four years go and hope he really isn't a socialist or as big an extremist as he was made out to be...
-California approved the ban on gay marriage, so for now, marriage continues to be a sacred union between a man and a woman (I'm sorry Ellen D. It's a good thing you got married before the ban. Also, I just love you tons even though I don't agree with gay marriage. You always brighten my day and fill it with laughs! P.S. I encourage all of you to watch the Ellen Degeneres show if you're having a bad day)
-I get to celebrate the first year of my baby's life this month! With a bang, of course.
-I also get to celebrate the 30th year of my husband's life this month.
-I am healthy
-We are still doing well financially despite the economy. Of course, I do wish we were doing better, like Ellen Degeneres is.
-The snow covered up the ugly circle of dead grass where our useless inflatable pool once stood.
-Obama may just turn out to be a fantastic president! So I will give him a chance and see how the next four years go and hope he really isn't a socialist or as big an extremist as he was made out to be...
-California approved the ban on gay marriage, so for now, marriage continues to be a sacred union between a man and a woman (I'm sorry Ellen D. It's a good thing you got married before the ban. Also, I just love you tons even though I don't agree with gay marriage. You always brighten my day and fill it with laughs! P.S. I encourage all of you to watch the Ellen Degeneres show if you're having a bad day)
-I get to celebrate the first year of my baby's life this month! With a bang, of course.
-I also get to celebrate the 30th year of my husband's life this month.
-I am healthy
-We are still doing well financially despite the economy. Of course, I do wish we were doing better, like Ellen Degeneres is.
What a Depressing Day
It snowed here like crazy last night and is continuing throughout the day. And Obama is our new President. Need I say more?
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
I Voted; Did You?
Jason and I got up bright and early this morning and headed over to the junior high school at 8:30 to vote. We stood in line almost an hour and passed Chase back and forth. I don't think he had much fun but he actually handled it pretty well. I'll remain coy about who I voted for...but let's just say the more I read and learn about Obama, the more nervous I get each day about him winning. It will be interesting tonight. I hear Vancouver, British Columbia is a gorgeous place to live...
I hope everyone had a fun Halloween. Jason got home at 9 that night so I passed out candy myself. Since we are at the new end of our neighborhood and most of the houses at this end remained empty for a year until recently, hardly any trick or treaters came our way. I guess they thought the houses were still empty. I ended up giving out handfuls of candy to most of the kids that actually stopped by our house. Pictures to come soon!
I hope everyone had a fun Halloween. Jason got home at 9 that night so I passed out candy myself. Since we are at the new end of our neighborhood and most of the houses at this end remained empty for a year until recently, hardly any trick or treaters came our way. I guess they thought the houses were still empty. I ended up giving out handfuls of candy to most of the kids that actually stopped by our house. Pictures to come soon!
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